Methohexital: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Methohexital Sodium for Injection can be used in adults as follows: 1.For intravenous induction of anesthesia prior to the use of other general anesthetic agents.
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label 6fb09acf…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Methohexital Sodium for Injection can be used in adults as follows: 1.For intravenous induction of anesthesia prior to the use of other general anesthetic agents. 2.For intravenous induction of anesthesia and as an adjunct to subpotent inhalational anesthetic agents (such as nitrous oxide in oxygen) for short surgical procedures; Methohexital Sodium for Injection may be given by infusion or intermittent injection. 3.For use along with other parenteral agents, usually narcotic analgesics, to supplement subpotent inhalational anesthetic agents (such as nitrous oxide in oxygen) for longer surgical procedures. 4.As intravenous anesthesia for short surgical, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures associated with minimal painful stimuli (see WARNINGS). 5.As an agent for inducing a hypnotic state. Methohexital Sodium for Injection can be used in pediatric patients older than 1 month as follows: 1.For rectal or intramuscular induction of anesthesia prior to the use of other general anesthetic agents. 2.For rectal or intramuscular induction of anesthesia and as an adjunct to subpotent inhalational anesthetic agents for short surgical procedures. 3.As rectal or intramuscular anesthesia…
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methohexital used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Methohexital?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Methohexital require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Methohexital.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.